The summit features executive presentations and industry analysts, managers, and strategists in panel discussions on the state of the market and the emergent consumer and business opportunities as the market develops and deploys advanced REM solutions.

Parks Associates' research indicates utilities had installed 23 million AMI -capable meters on U.S. residences at the end of 2010. By the end of 2015, more than 55 million meters will be installed on 45% of U.S. households, with 10% enabled to communicate with systems and devices in the home.

"Consumers are interested in ways to reduce energy consumption and maximize efficiency at home. Connected devices, smart grids, and REM technologies offer new opportunities for industry players to meet these needs," said Tricia Parks, CEO, Parks Associates. "Smart Energy Summit will identify the business opportunities and best strategies in matching consumer interest with specific solutions, including cloud -based services that extend to popular platforms such as tablets and smartphones."

For information or to submit to speak, visit www.smartenergysummit2012.com, or contact sales@parksassociates.com, 972 -490 -1113.

About Smart Energy Summit: Engaging the Consumer is an annual three -day event hosted by international research firm Parks Associates. The event examines the opportunities and technical and business requirements in energy -related consumer programs and advanced systems and services. The event offers a unique combination of industry expertise, extensive consumer research, and insightful market analyses and forecasts. http://www.smartenergysummit2012.com

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